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U.S. Textile Leaders Urge Industry to Raise Voices NOW for Sake of Industry's Future - If you're a producer or supplier to the US textile and apparel industry, you know the sector in recent months has found itself in crisis mode --again. This is a Call to Action.

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Researchers develop new non-woven fabric made from fungus: 'It's kind of futuristic' - If you want your clothing and upholstery to be eco-friendly and not animal-based, you'll soon have a new option: fabric grown from fungus

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Smart fabrics testing and standards under development - While specialized markets such as military, medical and sports are all in for smart fabric, the lack of standards and reliability, along with the expense of e-textiles, have proven hurdles to commercializations..

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NAIST researchers develop CNT yarn for wearable devices - A research team has also been working on flexible wearable thermoelectric generators that produce electricity from body heat by sewing nanomaterial called carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into fabric.

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These sensors are as fine as spider's silk and can monitor human health - The sensors are 50 times thinner than human hair and so lightweight that the scientists were able to print the fibre directly onto a dandelion without it collapsing.

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NEWS & VIEWS
US' HealthyBaby launches plastic-neutral and EWG verified SmartyPants HealthyBaby has launched SmartyPants, the first EWG verified safe and plastic-neutral diapers. In partnership with RePurpose Global, HealthyBaby has prevented over 1 million pounds of plastic from entering the environment. Read more…

Max Space uses Aluula material for space habitat construction The lightweight material is part of a custom laminate that adds strength and durability to the structural elements of the habitat, making it possible to create a large living and working area at a fraction of the weight and cost. Read more…

Germany's Gessner unveils air filter media with activated carbon The activated carbon layer captures and neutralises a wide range of impurities, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs), odours, and other contaminants. Read more…

Seatbelt-integrated biosensor could track alertness and stress of drivers The new sensor that can pick up and track biological signals, such as the heartbeat and respiration, without being in contact with the body of users. Read more…

Restricted Substances in Textile Processing: An Overview of Toxicity, Regulations & Risk Management Regulatory frameworks have evolved to create guidelines and restricted substance lists. These lists help set standards for what chemicals can and cannot be used in textile processing, ensuring safer practices for workers, consumers and the environment. Read more…

Washable Magnetic Textile Revolutionizes Smart Clothing This technology extends beyond traditional uses, with applications such as textile-based keyboards or other interfaces that work underwater and in various weather conditions. Read more…

NEWS RELEASES
NEW RESEARCH SHOWS THAT CLOTHING AND FASHION CATEGORIES RANK LOWEST FOR PACKAGING REDUCTION AND RECYCLABILITY (4/2/25)

Accelerating Circularity and Dhana Inc. Partner to Advance Textile Circularity Through Technology (3/31/25)

Hohenstein releases 2024 sustainability report 9 (3/27/2025)

Finalists Announced for the 2025 FiltXPO™ Awards (3/19/25)

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